Stainless steel is commonly used for the restoration and renovation of buildings and structures. IMOA has added a new webpage providing information on the role that structural stainless steel applications play in restoration projects. This issue highlights some of the topics covered.

Molybdenum-containing stainless steels are the obvious choice for longevity in more corrosive environments such as those exposed to acid rain, industrial pollution, chlorides (coastal or deicing salt), volcanic gases, soil and rock. Molybdenum Preserving Venice provides an overview of how one city is using Type 316 and 2205 stainless steel for a wide range of preservation applications, particularly stone and masonry reinforcement.

Stainless steel reinforcing bar, welded wire mesh and cable for pre- and post-tensioning of concrete should all be considered for new concrete installations, replacement, and repair in chloride (coastal or deicing salt) exposure applications. Read Duplex rebar restores resistance to waves to learn how the Hassan II Mosque in Morocco, one of the largest in the world, was saved using 2205 rebar when carbon steel failed.

Molybdenum-containing Type 316L stainless steel was chosen to replace the entire iron armature of the statue except for a few bars in the right sole of the foot. The secondary iron framework that had originally supported the armature was replaced with high strength, highly corrosion resistant molybdenum-containing duplex stainless steel (UNS S32550). The original pylon was retained. Type 316 stainless steel was also used to replace the circular stair treads, the emergency elevator, and for a redesigned pedestal stairway.  More project details are available on the IMOA website.

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IMOA is an AIA continuing education system approved provider with eight 1-hour programs that are registered for both live face-to-face and distance learning credit.

1. Stainless Steel Sustainable Design
2. Bioclimatic Design With Stainless Steel Weather Screens
3. Stainless Steel Structural Design
4. Stainless Steel Specification For Corrosive Applications
5. Deicing Salt: Stainless Steel Selection to Avoid Corrosion
6. Stainless Steel Finish Specification
7. Advanced Stainless Steel Specification and Problem Avoidance
8. Specification of Stainless Steel Finishes and Grades For Corrosive Applications

For more information or to schedule a workshop contact Catherine Houska, 412-369-0377 or email chouska@tmr-inc.com.

IMOA (International Molybdenum Association) is a non-profit industry association, which provides technical information to assist with successful specification of molybdenum-containing materials. Molybdenum is an element. When it is added to stainless steel, molybdenum increases its resistance to corrosion caused by deicing salts, coastal atmosphere and pollution.

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